Xi Jinping Holds Talks with Zimbabwean President
On the afternoon of September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and for a state visit, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Zimbabwe share a profound traditional friendship. In recent years, under our joint leadership, political mutual trust between the two countries has continued to deepen, and cooperation has yielded remarkable results, becoming a model of solidarity and cooperation among developing countries. Next year, the two countries will celebrate the 45th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Further consolidating and deepening the iron-clad friendship between China and Zimbabwe is in line with the common expectations of the two peoples. The two sides should uphold their original friendly aspirations, build a "five-star iron-clad" cooperation framework with politics, economy and trade, security, humanities, and international cooperation as pillars, and jointly build a high-level China-Zimbabwe community with a shared future. Xi Jinping emphasized that China and Zimbabwe, as well as their respective parties, share similar philosophies and solid mutual trust, which is the greatest advantage of China-Zimbabwe relations. China supports Zimbabwe in safeguarding its sovereignty, security, and development interests, opposes external interference and illegal sanctions, and is willing to strengthen exchanges of governance experience with Zimbabwe and continue to firmly support each other. China is willing to deeply align development strategies with Zimbabwe, expand mutually beneficial cooperation in fields such as investment, trade, infrastructure, energy and minerals, clean energy, and the digital economy, build a China-Africa connectivity network, and help Zimbabwe and Africa enhance their independent development capabilities. China is willing to continue to provide scholarships for outstanding Zimbabwean students to study in China to promote people-to-people bonds. China highly appreciates Zimbabwe's support for various global initiatives and proposals put forward by China, congratulates Zimbabwe on assuming the rotating presidency of the Southern African Development Community, and is willing to strengthen international coordination with Zimbabwe, promote the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, and jointly safeguard international fairness and justice. Xi Jinping pointed out that China has always regarded developing relations with African countries as the cornerstone of its foreign policy, firmly supports African countries in taking an independent development path, and supports Africa in becoming an important pole in global political, economic, and cultural development. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation is the most important platform and mechanism for strengthening China-Africa solidarity and cooperation, and it has become a banner leading international cooperation with Africa. China is willing to work with Africa to make this forum summit a new milestone event in the history of China-Africa relations, clearly defining the direction and path for China and Africa to jointly promote modernization. Mnangagwa stated that during this visit to China, I visited Hunan, Shenzhen, and Nanjing, and was greatly encouraged and inspired. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, China has achieved great development achievements, and many Chinese technologies and enterprises are at a leading level in the world. The series of important reform measures introduced by the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China will not only further enhance the well-being of the Chinese people but also have a significant impact on the Global South and even the future of humanity. He thanked China for its valuable support for Zimbabwe's economic and social development, including the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. China's help and cooperation have benefited the Zimbabwean people and created new symbols of China-Zimbabwe friendship in the new era. Zimbabwe is willing to strengthen exchanges of experience in governance and party building with China, and deepen cooperation in infrastructure, agriculture, minerals, new energy, and other fields to assist Zimbabwe's modernization process. Zimbabwe thanked China for speaking out for Zimbabwe in international forums, appreciated China's constructive role in international and regional affairs such as the Ukraine crisis and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, supported the series of global initiatives proposed by President Xi Jinping, and is willing to closely coordinate multilateral cooperation with China. Zimbabwe firmly adheres to the One-China principle and is willing to continue to be a firm and close friend of China in Southern Africa, working with China to promote greater development of the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between Zimbabwe and China. He wished the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation a complete success and a strategic outcome for promoting Africa-China cooperation. After the talks, the two heads of state jointly witnessed the signing of multiple bilateral cooperation documents in fields such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative, economic and trade exchanges and cooperation, avocado exports to China, and news. The two sides issued the "Joint Statement of the People's Republic of China and the Republic of Zimbabwe on Deepening and Elevating the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership and Building a High-Level China-Zimbabwe Community with a Shared Future." Before the talks, Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for Mnangagwa at the North Hall of the Great Hall of the People. Wang Yi participated in the above activities.
Xi Jinping Meets with Seychellois President
On the afternoon of September 2, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Seychellois President Wavel Ramkalawan, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of China-Seychelles relations to a strategic partnership. Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Seychelles are located at opposite ends of the ocean, and have established a strong friendship spanning mountains and seas through friendly exchanges. China-Seychelles relations are a model of sincere friendship, equal treatment, mutual assistance, and win-win cooperation between large and small countries. The two countries should continue to prioritize supporting each other's core interests and major concerns, adhere to strategic mutual trust, common development, common security, and traditional friendship. He welcomed Seychelles to continue participating in the China-Indian Ocean Region Development Cooperation Forum, accelerate the sustainable development of marine resources, and transform Seychelles' blue economy potential into development momentum. China is willing to strengthen cooperation with Seychelles in emergency response and disaster prevention and reduction, support Seychelles in combating piracy and illegal activities, support the launch of direct flights between China and Seychelles, and encourage two-way tourism. He welcomed more outstanding Seychellois students to study in China to carry forward the friendly cause between the two countries. Xi Jinping emphasized that China-Africa cooperation adheres to win-win results and keeps pace with the times, always leading international cooperation with Africa. In the 24 years since its establishment, the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation has driven China-Africa cooperation to achieve remarkable achievements. China is willing to work with Seychelles and other parties to ensure the complete success of this summit and promote more golden fruits of China-Africa cooperation. Ramkalawan stated that Seychelles-China friendship is based on mutual respect and win-win cooperation, and relations between the two countries have maintained good development. He thanked China for providing various valuable assistance to Seychelles, and it was precisely thanks to Chinese vaccines that Seychelles quickly overcame the COVID-19 pandemic and resumed economic and social development. Seychelles admires President Xi Jinping's foresight and the important concepts and initiatives he has put forward, and is willing to continue to firmly support each other with China and be true friends. Seychelles firmly adheres to the One-China policy and supports China's national reunification. Seychelles is willing to deepen exchanges and cooperation with China in various fields and strengthen international coordination. He looked forward to the opening of direct flights from Chengdu to Seychelles to further promote friendship between the two countries, and welcomed the Chinese naval hospital ship "Peace Ark" to visit Seychelles again. He wished the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation a complete success. During the summit, China and Seychelles will sign multiple bilateral cooperation documents on the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and local cooperation. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Eritrean President
On the afternoon of September 2, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping pointed out that over the more than 30 years since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China and Eritrea have always trusted each other and firmly supported each other. In May last year, President Isaias paid a state visit to China, and the important consensuses we reached have made positive progress. China appreciates Eritrea's adherence to an independent foreign policy, firmly safeguarding national sovereignty and dignity, and viewing China-Eritrea relations from a strategic and long-term perspective. China is willing to deepen political mutual trust with Eritrea, promote pragmatic cooperation, and achieve common development. Xi Jinping emphasized that China and Eritrea should be good brothers with shared aspirations, good partners for win-win cooperation, and good friends who uphold fairness and justice. China is willing to strengthen exchanges at all levels and share governance experience with Eritrea, make good use of initiatives and mechanisms such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, and the "Horn of Africa Peace and Development Initiative," deepen cooperation in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and other fields, and assist Eritrea's industrialization and agricultural modernization process. China and Eritrea share similar views on many major international and regional issues. China is willing to maintain coordination and cooperation with Eritrea, better safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the vast number of developing countries, and strive for a more just and equitable international order. Isaias stated that he first visited China 57 years ago, and over the past half-century, he has personally witnessed China's great development achievements and earth-shaking changes. China's international status is crucial, and it is increasingly becoming a key force leading the reform of global governance. Eritrea-China relations have a profound history, solid friendship, and good cooperation, and the two sides share consensus on many issues. Cooperation with China is helping and will continue to help African countries achieve better development, resist colonialism and hegemonism, and gain equality and dignity internationally. Eritrea firmly adheres to the One-China principle. Eritrea hopes to deepen cooperation with China in energy, infrastructure, marine, and other fields. Africa-China cooperation plays an important leading role in international cooperation with Africa. Eritrea wished the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit a success, helping African countries overcome challenges and difficulties, gain more development opportunities, and achieve security, stability, and sustainable development, benefiting all African people. During the summit, China and Eritrea signed bilateral cooperation documents in fields such as agriculture and radio and television. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Guinean President
On the evening of September 2, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Guinean President Mamady Doumbouya, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping pointed out that Guinea was the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to establish diplomatic relations with New China, and next month will mark the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Over the past 65 years, the two sides have adhered to mutual respect, supported each other in pursuing independent development paths; adhered to equality and mutual benefit, carried out pragmatic cooperation without political conditions; and adhered to mutual assistance, providing mutual support when the other side encountered difficulties. China is willing to work with Guinea to nurture and carry forward the traditional friendship between China and Guinea, and continue to firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests and major concerns. They should jointly implement the major measures to be launched at this summit, strengthen cooperation in infrastructure, resource development, rural development and poverty reduction, medical and health care, and other fields, help Guinea transform its resource advantages into development momentum, and make the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between China and Guinea better benefit the two peoples. Xi Jinping emphasized that strengthening solidarity and cooperation with African and other developing countries is the cornerstone of China's diplomacy. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation is not only an effective mechanism for promoting pragmatic cooperation between China and Africa, but also a banner for South-South cooperation. China is willing to work closely with Guinea to ensure the complete success of this summit, gather the strength of the Global South, and promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind. Doumbouya stated that he was very honored to come to China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. Guinea was the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to establish diplomatic relations with New China, and Guinea adheres to the One-China principle, recognizing that there is only one China in the world, the People's Republic of China. President Xi Jinping has led China to achieve tremendous development achievements, and China's advanced development concepts and successful experiences are valuable references for Guinea. He thanked China for its valuable support for Guinea's economic and social development. The investment and cooperation of Chinese enterprises in Guinea have promoted Guinea's economic development and improved people's livelihoods, serving as a model of mutual benefit and win-win outcomes. Guinea believes that this Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit will be successful and promote more results in cooperation in infrastructure, energy and minerals, transportation, tourism, and other fields. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Kenyan President
On the morning of September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Kenyan President William Ruto, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping pointed out that China-Kenya friendship has a long history, developing in the struggle for national liberation and deepening in the journey of national rejuvenation. China and Kenya have always worked hand in hand at the forefront of Belt and Road cooperation, completing a large number of flagship connectivity projects, effectively promoting regional economic and social development, and benefiting the two peoples. Xi Jinping suggested that the two sides deepen the China-Kenya comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership towards the direction of "three partners." First, inherit friendship and be sincere partners with mutual trust, firmly supporting each other in safeguarding national sovereignty and exploring development paths that suit their national conditions. Second, uphold integrity and innovate, and be win-win cooperative partners, closely aligning high-quality Belt and Road cooperation with Kenya's "Vision 2030" to build an Eastern African connectivity hub and development industrial belt, and strengthen cooperation in digital economy, new energy, as well as economy and trade, poverty reduction and benefiting farmers. Third, strengthen confidence and be strategic partners who uphold fairness and justice, strengthen communication and coordination in international and regional issues, jointly safeguard the common interests of the Global South, and promote regional peace and stability. Ruto stated that he thanked China for hosting this Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, providing an important platform and opportunity for Africa and China to plan future development. Kenya-China relations are based on profound friendship, mutual respect, mutual trust, and win-win cooperation. The two sides have successfully implemented important infrastructure construction cooperation projects such as the Mombasa-Nairobi Railway within the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative, which has effectively promoted Kenya's economic and social development and become a new symbol of Kenya-China friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation. Kenya hopes to take this forum summit as an opportunity to promote the further development of the Kenya-China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. He welcomed China to continue to increase investment in Kenya and expand bilateral pragmatic cooperation in various fields, especially in connectivity, new energy, and youth. President Xi Jinping's series of major global initiatives have played an important leading role in strengthening solidarity and cooperation among developing countries and countries of the Global South. Kenya highly admires and actively supports them. Kenya firmly adheres to the One-China principle and is willing to strengthen multilateral coordination with China and firmly support each other. During the summit, China and Kenya will sign multiple bilateral cooperation documents in fields such as finance and infrastructure. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Chadian President
On the morning of September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Chadian President Mahamat Déby, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of China-Chad relations to a strategic partnership. Xi Jinping pointed out that China and Chad have actively carried out mutually beneficial cooperation within frameworks such as the Belt and Road Initiative and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, achieving fruitful results. China has been Chad's largest trading partner and investment partner for many consecutive years, and pragmatic cooperation between the two sides has enhanced the well-being of the two peoples. China is willing to uphold the spirit of China-Africa friendship and cooperation with Chad, strengthen the alignment of development strategies, and promote new progress in China-Chad relations. Xi Jinping emphasized that China highly appreciates Chad's firm support for China on issues involving China's core interests and major concerns, and will, as always, support Chad in pursuing an independent development path and safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests. The two sides should strengthen exchanges, expand consensus on ideas, consolidate political mutual trust, and firmly support each other. They should adhere to mutual benefit and win-win results, and deepen pragmatic cooperation. He welcomed Chad to make good use of the outcomes of this Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit, deepen economic and trade cooperation between the two countries, enhance independent development capabilities, and achieve common development. China is willing to work with Chad to promote the implementation of the Global Security Initiative, safeguard national security and stability, and jointly serve as a stable force for maintaining peace. Mahamat Déby stated that he thanked China for inviting him and for the warm reception during his visit to China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, which fully demonstrated the friendly sentiments between Chad and China. Chad-China cooperation is based on mutual respect and win-win results, and has yielded fruitful outcomes. He thanked China for its valuable assistance to Chad's economic and social development, and Chad is firmly committed to further deepening friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation with China. Under the wise leadership of President Xi Jinping, China is developing rapidly, and its international status is growing. Chad admires China's development achievements, appreciates the series of important concepts and initiatives put forward by President Xi Jinping, and is pleased to see China continue to develop and grow stronger, believing that China's sustained development will bring more opportunities for the development of Chad, Africa, and even the world, which is crucial for guiding the evolution of the century of changes in the world. Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory, and Chad will continue to firmly adhere to the One-China principle. During the summit, China and Chad will sign multiple bilateral cooperation documents on the implementation of the Global Development Initiative, human resource development cooperation, peanut and sesame exports to China, and news media. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with Malawian President
On the morning of September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state announced the elevation of China-Malawi relations to a strategic partnership. Xi Jinping pointed out that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Malawi, relations between the two countries have developed steadily and healthily, with solid political mutual trust and fruitful mutually beneficial cooperation. China is willing to take the implementation of the outcomes of this Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation as an opportunity to promote deeper and more substantive friendly cooperation between China and Malawi from a new starting point, promote common development between the two countries, and continuously benefit the two peoples. Xi Jinping emphasized that China supports Malawi in exploring a development path that suits its national conditions, and is willing to share opportunities of Chinese modernization with Malawi to assist Malawi's national development and construction. China is willing to strengthen cooperation with Malawi in agriculture, telecommunications, infrastructure, and other fields, and encourage Chinese enterprises to invest in Malawi. The two sides should make good use of the Confucius Institute at the University of Malawi to promote cultural exchanges and people-to-people bonds. China supports the smooth operation of the Malawian Consulate General in Changsha and encourages more local exchanges and cooperation between the two sides. China is also willing to strengthen coordination and cooperation with Malawi in international affairs to safeguard the common interests of developing countries. Chakwera stated that every time he comes to China, he feels at home, and he thanked China for its warm and friendly reception. Malawi regards China as its most sincere friend. In recent years, I have had the privilege of maintaining close exchanges with President Xi Jinping, leading to positive progress in cooperation between the two countries. Under the leadership of President Xi Jinping, the Communist Party of China has lifted hundreds of millions of Chinese people out of poverty. President Xi Jinping's major initiatives such as the Belt and Road Initiative have provided important opportunities for all countries to achieve common development and prosperity. Malawi firmly adheres to the One-China policy and supports China in safeguarding its core interests. Malawi supports strengthening the institutional building of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, and looks forward to taking this forum summit as an opportunity to continue promoting Belt and Road cooperation, strengthening regional connectivity, and deepening friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation between Malawi and China. During the summit, China and Malawi will sign multiple bilateral cooperation documents in fields such as peanut exports to China, news media, and development cooperation. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Xi Jinping Meets with African Union Commission Chairperson
On the morning of September 3, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping pointed out that the African Union is a banner for Africa's unity and self-reliance and an important platform for international cooperation. In recent years, China and the African Union have continued to deepen political mutual trust and maintain close coordination and cooperation in international and regional affairs. I am pleased to see that the China-aided Africa CDC has been completed and put into use, contributing to Africa's health undertakings and the well-being of its people. China supports the African Union in playing a greater role in the cause of China-Africa friendship, and is willing to take this Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit as an opportunity to achieve more results in China-African Union cooperation in various fields and elevate the building of a China-Africa community with a shared future to a new level. Xi Jinping emphasized that at present, the century of changes in the world is accelerating, and the Global South, including China and Africa, is growing impressively, injecting stability and positive energy into world peace and development. Africa is an important pole in the world and an important priority in China's diplomacy. China is willing to strengthen political exchanges with Africa, deepen strategic mutual trust, strengthen pragmatic cooperation, share development experience, and promote common development. They should strengthen solidarity and cooperation, firmly support each other, advocate for an equal and orderly multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization, and jointly safeguard international fairness and justice and the common interests of developing countries. Faki stated that in his 8 years as Chairperson of the African Union, he has witnessed the rapid development of relations between the African Union and China, and thanked China, especially President Xi Jinping, for his outstanding leadership in promoting the development of the Africa-China partnership and the institutional building of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. For more than half a century, China has consistently supported Africa's struggle against colonialism, imperialism, and racial discrimination, providing valuable assistance to African countries in various fields such as infrastructure, health, energy, industry, and security, and was the first to support the African Union's accession to the G20. Africa highly appreciates and sincerely thanks China for this. For this reason, Africa firmly adheres to the One-China policy and firmly supports China in defending its core interests. President Xi Jinping's series of major initiatives, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative, are aimed at allowing people of all countries to share peace and development opportunities, which is crucial for countries of the Global South to strengthen solidarity and cooperation and promote a more fair and just global governance system. Africa looks forward to China continuing to play a key leading role and making greater contributions to helping Africa achieve modernization and to world peace and development. Wang Yi participated in the meeting.
Li Qiang Meets with South African President
Premier Li Qiang met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and for a state visit, in Beijing on September 2. Li Qiang stated that President Xi Jinping held talks with President Ramaphosa, and jointly announced the elevation of bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in the new era. This not only conforms to the fundamental interests of the two countries but also holds significant importance for the reform and improvement of the global governance system and the development and growth of the Global South. China is willing to work with South Africa to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, guided by high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, deepen pragmatic cooperation, and strengthen people-to-people exchanges. China is willing to work with South Africa and other African countries to implement the outcomes of this Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. Ramaphosa stated that South Africa regards China as its most trusted friend and most important strategic partner, and is willing to strengthen exchanges at all levels with China, and deepen cooperation in trade, investment, and other fields. He believes that this summit will inject new impetus into Africa's development and revitalization. On the morning of September 2, Ramaphosa visited Tiananmen Square and laid a wreath at the Monument to the People's Heroes.
Li Qiang Meets with Eritrean President
Premier Li Qiang met with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 3. Li Qiang stated that President Xi Jinping held a meeting with President Isaias, further planning and deploying the development of bilateral relations and cooperation. China is willing to work with Eritrea to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, strengthen cooperation in mining, agriculture, and other fields within the framework of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, and promote the continuous deepening and solid development of the China-Eritrea strategic partnership. China firmly supports Africa in becoming an important pole in global political, economic, and cultural development, and is willing to work with African countries, including Eritrea, to jointly implement the outcomes of this Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit, and strive to build a high-level China-Eritrea and China-Africa community with a shared future. Isaias stated that Eritrea firmly adheres to the One-China principle, and is willing to deepen cooperation with China in infrastructure, mining, and other fields, work together to address global challenges, and elevate Eritrea-China and Africa-China relations to a higher level.
Li Qiang Meets with Lesotho Prime Minister
Premier Li Qiang met with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 2. Li Qiang stated that President Xi Jinping and the leader of your country jointly decided to elevate China-Lesotho relations to a strategic partnership. China is willing to work with Lesotho to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, continue to firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests, be guided by high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, deepen cooperation in infrastructure, energy, and other fields, and continuously enrich the connotations of China-Lesotho relations. He encouraged actively implementing the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, and the Global Civilization Initiative, and promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind. Matekane stated that Lesotho firmly adheres to the One-China principle, and looks forward to deepening cooperation in infrastructure, manufacturing, and other fields within the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, strengthening multilateral coordination, and advancing the African Union's Agenda 2063. During the summit, China and Lesotho will sign multiple bilateral cooperation documents on the implementation of the Global Development Initiative. Wu Zheng-long participated in the meeting.
Zhao Leji Meets with Equatorial Guinean President
Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, met with Equatorial Guinean President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo in Beijing on September 2. Zhao Leji stated that China and Equatorial Guinea are close friends and partners who treat each other with sincerity, and firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests. China is willing to work with Equatorial Guinea to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, strengthen the alignment of development strategies within the framework of the Global Development Initiative, the Belt and Road Initiative, and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, deepen cooperation between the two sides in infrastructure, health, energy and minerals, agriculture, and other fields, and create more new growth points for cooperation. The National People's Congress of China is willing to maintain friendly exchanges and cooperation with the Parliament of Equatorial Guinea to help promote the development of state relations. Obiang warmly congratulated on the upcoming Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, stating that Equatorial Guinea firmly supports the series of global initiatives put forward by President Xi Jinping, adheres to the One-China principle, and is willing to work with China to deepen bilateral relations and promote pragmatic cooperation in various fields.
Wang Huning Meets with Lesotho Prime Minister
Wang Huning, Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee, met with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 2. Wang Huning stated that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the resumption of diplomatic relations between China and Lesotho, and President Xi Jinping and the leader of Lesotho jointly decided to elevate China-Lesotho bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. China is willing to work with Lesotho, taking the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit as an opportunity, to strengthen exchanges and mutual learning on development concepts and reform experiences, expand and deepen cooperation between the two countries in various fields, and push China-Lesotho and China-Africa relations to a new level. The CPPCC National Committee of China is willing to make active contributions to this. Matekane highly praised China's promotion of the implementation of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation outcomes in Lesotho, which has brought tangible benefits to the people of Lesotho, and expressed his expectation to deepen pragmatic cooperation, strengthen inter-party exchanges, and learn from China's governance experience. Lesotho will adhere to the One-China principle and believes that China will achieve complete reunification. Shi Taifeng, Mu Hong, Wang Dongfeng, and others participated in the meeting.
Cai Qi Meets with Seychellois President
Cai Qi, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, met with Seychellois President Wavel Ramkalawan, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on September 2. Cai Qi stated that the friendship between China and Seychelles has stood the test of time and continues to show vibrant vitality, which is a spiritual wealth that the people of the two countries must cherish and pass on. President Xi Jinping and President Ramkalawan held fruitful talks and jointly announced the elevation of China-Seychelles relations to a strategic partnership, which will guide the all-round development of bilateral relations. China is willing to work with Seychelles to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, continue to be sincere and friendly, mutually trusted, mutually supportive, and jointly developing good partners, and translate the traditional friendship between China and Seychelles into more pragmatic results benefiting the two peoples. Ramkalawan stated that the people of Seychelles and China share a traditional friendship and fruitful mutually beneficial cooperation. Seychelles will firmly adhere to the One-China principle and further expand pragmatic cooperation with China in various fields, promoting the in-depth development of the Seychelles-China strategic partnership.
Cai Qi Meets with Chadian President
Cai Qi, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Secretariat of the CPC Central Committee, met with Chadian President Mahamat Déby, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on September 3. Cai Qi stated that President Xi Jinping and President Déby held a fruitful meeting and unanimously agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic partnership, pointing out a new direction for the development of China-Chad relations. China is willing to work with Chad to strengthen strategic alignment, accelerate the implementation of the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, jointly promote the forward development of the China-Chad strategic partnership, promote the building of a high-level China-Africa community with a shared future, and jointly write a new chapter in China-Chad and China-Africa relations in the new era. Mahamat Déby stated that Chad attaches great importance to developing relations with China and will continue to firmly adhere to the One-China principle. He thanked China for providing assistance to Chad's stability and development, welcomed Chinese enterprises to invest and do business in Chad, and looked forward to continuing to deepen mutually beneficial cooperation between Chad and China, and Africa and China within the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
Ding Xuexiang Meets with Guinean President
Ding Xuexiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, met with Guinean President Mamady Doumbouya, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 2. Ding Xuexiang stated that Guinea was the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to establish diplomatic relations with New China, and China and Guinea are a model of sincere cooperation and win-win results. President Xi Jinping and President Doumbouya reached important consensus on deepening the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between China and Guinea. China is willing to work with Guinea, following the direction pointed out by the two heads of state, to safeguard traditional friendship and achieve more results in multi-field cooperation, better benefiting the two peoples. Doumbouya stated that Guinea has forged a profound friendship with China since its independence. Guinea is willing to accelerate pragmatic cooperation with China and elevate bilateral relations to a new level.
Ding Xuexiang Meets with Kenyan President
Ding Xuexiang, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Vice Premier of the State Council, met with Kenyan President William Ruto, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 3. Ding Xuexiang stated that China-Kenya friendship has a long history and fruitful cooperation, playing a demonstrative and leading role in China-Africa cooperation. President Xi Jinping and President Ruto held a meeting, providing strategic guidance for the development of China-Kenya relations in the new era. China is willing to work with Kenya to translate the consensus of the two heads of state into concrete actions, strengthen cooperation in traditional fields such as infrastructure within the framework of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, expand new growth points for cooperation in emerging fields, and continuously enrich the connotations of the China-Kenya comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. Ruto stated that Kenya is willing to strengthen cooperation with China in various fields within the framework of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and the Belt and Road Initiative, and promote the continuous development of bilateral relations.
Li Xi Meets with Beninese Vice President
Li Xi, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, met with Beninese Vice President Mariam Chabi Talata, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 2. Li Xi stated that President Xi Jinping and President Talon jointly announced the establishment of a China-Benin strategic partnership last year, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations. China is willing to work with Benin to firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests and major concerns, promote pragmatic cooperation in economy, trade, agriculture, and other fields, strengthen coordination and cooperation in international and regional affairs, and promote continuous new development in the China-Benin strategic partnership. Li Xi stated that China and Benin have maintained good cooperation in the field of anti-corruption, and the two sides should further strengthen communication and coordination and continuously enrich the connotations of bilateral relations. Talata stated that China has set an example in poverty eradication and modernization, and its successful experience is worth learning from Benin. She looked forward to taking this summit as an opportunity to deepen cooperation with China and achieve new progress in bilateral relations.
Li Xi Meets with Nigerien Prime Minister
Li Xi, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, met with Nigerien Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine, who was in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, in Beijing on September 3. Li Xi stated that China-Niger friendship has a long history, and cooperation between the two countries has yielded fruitful results in recent years. President Xi Jinping and President Tiani jointly decided to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic partnership. China is willing to work with Niger to implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, enhance political mutual trust, strengthen pragmatic cooperation, deepen exchanges at all levels and in all fields, and promote continuous new achievements in bilateral relations. Li Xi introduced the situation of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and experience in anti-corruption work, and expressed willingness to deepen exchanges and cooperation with Niger in the field of anti-corruption. Zeine stated that he thanked China for its support and assistance in Niger's national construction. The good momentum of cooperation between Niger and China is based on history and looks to the future. He looked forward to further deepening mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields and jointly writing a new chapter in the development of Niger-China relations.
Han Zheng Meets with Malawian President
On September 2, Vice President Han Zheng met with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse. Han Zheng welcomed Chakwera to China to attend the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit and stated that this summit is another reunion of the China-Africa friendly family, where the two sides will jointly review friendship, discuss cooperation, and jointly define the direction and path for jointly promoting modernization and building a high-level China-Africa community with a shared future. China highly appreciates Malawi's consistent and firm adherence to the One-China principle, and is willing to further strengthen high-level exchanges with Malawi, continue to firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests and major concerns, and better benefit the two peoples. Chakwera congratulated the Communist Party of China on the successful convening of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee and stated that China's development experience provides significant and valuable insights for Malawi. Malawi-China relations have been friendly for a long time, characterized by mutual respect and mutually beneficial cooperation, and he wished the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit a complete success.
Han Zheng Meets with Nigerien Prime Minister, Han Zheng Meets with African Union Commission Chairperson
On September 3, Vice President Han Zheng met separately with Nigerien Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine and Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat, who were in China to attend the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse. During the meeting with Zeine, Han Zheng stated that China and Niger have a traditional friendship, and on their respective paths to national modernization, China and Niger have always firmly trusted and supported each other. China appreciates Niger's firm adherence to the One-China principle and its strong support for China on issues related to Xinjiang and human rights. China is willing to work with Niger to jointly implement the outcomes of this summit, elevate China-Niger relations and mutually beneficial cooperation to a new level, and better benefit the two peoples. Zeine stated that China is a good friend and strategic partner of Niger, and also a priority for Niger's external cooperation. He thanked China for its long-term strong support for Niger, looked forward to the continuous upgrading and fruitful results of Niger-China pragmatic cooperation, and wished the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit a complete success. During the meeting with Faki, Han Zheng stated that the African Union is the most authoritative and influential intergovernmental organization in Africa, and also an important partner for China to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with Africa, carry out pragmatic cooperation, and exchange governance experience. China is willing to further strengthen exchanges at all levels with the African Union, enhance mutual understanding, strengthen coordination and cooperation, firmly support each other on issues involving their respective core interests and major concerns, implement the important consensus reached by President Xi Jinping and the African Union and the outcomes of this summit, and promote new and greater development in China-African Union relations and China-Africa cooperation in various fields. Faki stated that he and the African Union delegation were greatly encouraged by President Xi Jinping's special reception before the summit. The African Union firmly adheres to the One-China principle, thanked China for its long-term firm support for Africa's development and industrialization, looked forward to the continuous deepening of exchanges and cooperation between Africa and China in various fields, and was willing to work with China to raise the banner of "Global South" cooperation, enhance global governance, and promote peace and development.
Han Zheng to Attend 9th Eastern Economic Forum in Russia, Visit Mongolia
At the invitation of the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of Mongolia, Vice President Han Zheng will attend the 9th Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia, and pay a visit to Mongolia from September 4 to 8.
FOCAC 9th Ministerial Conference Adopts Draft Summit Outcome Document
The 9th Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation was held in Beijing today (September 3). More than 300 representatives, including foreign ministers and economic ministers from 53 African countries, as well as representatives from the African Union and other regional international organizations, attended the meeting. The meeting reviewed and adopted the agenda and draft outcome documents of this summit, smoothly completing all preparatory work for the summit. The Chinese side stated that in the three years since the 8th Ministerial Conference of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, the two sides have jointly implemented outcome measures such as the "Nine Programs," driving China-Africa relations into "acceleration," China-Africa cooperation onto the "fast track," and the building of a China-Africa community with a shared future to a new level. It is believed that with the joint efforts of all members of the Forum, this summit will undoubtedly become another historic event to strengthen China-Africa solidarity and cooperation, and will undoubtedly set a new milestone for the "Global South" to jointly move towards modernization. The African side stated that it is willing to work closely with China to successfully hold this summit, promote the alignment of the African Union's Agenda 2063 with China's Belt and Road Initiative and series of global initiatives, deepen all-round cooperation, and achieve common development and prosperity.
Symposium Commemorating 79th Anniversary of Victory of Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and World Anti-Fascist War Held in Beijing
A symposium commemorating the 79th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held in Beijing on September 3. Shi Taifeng, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Head of the United Front Work Department of the CPC Central Committee, attended. The great victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression effectively defended national sovereignty and territorial integrity, completely washed away the national humiliation of repeated defeats in resisting foreign aggression in modern times, declared the complete victory of the World Anti-Fascist War, re-established China's status as a major country in the world, and won the respect of peace-loving people around the world. At the symposium, officials from the United Front Work Department of the CPC Central Committee, the Institute of Party History and Literature of the CPC Central Committee, the Political Work Department of the Central Military Commission, as well as representatives of veteran anti-Japanese war fighters and young students spoke successively, reviewing the glorious years of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression from different perspectives, expounding the significance of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, and fully expressing their determination and confidence to remember history, cherish the memory of martyrs, cherish peace, and create the future, as well as their lofty aspiration to unswervingly follow the path of peaceful development.
Various Localities Hold Events to Commemorate 79th Anniversary of Anti-Japanese War Victory
Various regions across the country held activities to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, carrying forward the great spirit of resistance and drawing immense strength for forging ahead in the new era. Commemorating revolutionary martyrs. Today (September 3), at the Northeast Anti-Japanese Allied Forces Memorial Hall in Tonghua, Jilin, people from all walks of life bowed to the anti-Japanese martyrs. At the Martyrs' Cemetery in Jizhong, Hebei, students commemorated the great achievements of revolutionary martyrs, expressing their infinite reverence for the heroes. Remembering history, cherishing peace. Today, the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders held a themed education activity. Everyone recited anti-Japanese war poems, visited exhibitions, and experienced the great spirit of resistance. In Yan'an, Shaanxi, people came to the Yan'an Revolutionary Memorial Hall and reviewed the glorious years of revolutionary predecessors resisting Japanese invaders and defending their homes and country in the special exhibition on the Anti-Japanese War. People in Chaoyang City, Liaoning, recalled the fierce war years at the Zhao Shangzhi Memorial Hall. At the Pingxingguan Great Victory Memorial Hall in Datong, Shanxi, and the New Fourth Army Headquarters Site Memorial Hall in Yanji, Anhui, photos and artifacts displayed the determination and courage of the whole nation in the Anti-Japanese War, inspiring the younger generation to carry forward the red bloodline and fulfill their mission and responsibility. In Nanchang, Jiangxi, Tengchong, Yunnan, Quzhou, Zhejiang, Hulin, Heilongjiang, and other places, people cultivated patriotic feelings and firm ideals and beliefs through various forms of patriotic education activities. The Museum of the War of Chinese People's Resistance Against Japanese Aggression held a themed concert today, with popular red classics such as "Defend the Yellow River" and "Sing the Motherland" resounding. At the same time, the exhibition themed "Remembering History, Commemorating Martyrs, Cherishing Peace, and Creating the Future" attracted a continuous stream of visitors. People paid tribute to the brave anti-Japanese heroes and drew spiritual strength for moving forward. Today, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government held a ceremony to commemorate the 79th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. A flag-raising ceremony was held on site, followed by a gun salute from the Hong Kong Police Rifle Guard and a moment of silence. Today, all military units held various commemorative activities. Officers and soldiers remembered history, commemorated the heroic achievements, and in powerful oaths, transformed their reverence and mourning for the revolutionary martyrs into concrete actions to forge ahead in the new era and be pioneers in strengthening the military.
17th Summer Paralympic Games: Chinese Sports Delegation Wins 10 More Gold Medals in Single Day, Boccia Achieves Historic First Gold
At the Paris Paralympic Games, the Chinese sports delegation continued its excellent performance. Local time on September 2, all badminton competitions concluded. The Chinese team won the women's singles SL4, women's singles SU5, and men's singles WH1 titles, and swept the gold and silver medals in the women's singles SH6 and women's singles WH2 events. In the boccia women's individual BC4 final, Lin Ximei won the first Paralympic gold medal for the Chinese sports delegation in this event. In shooting, the Chinese team took the gold medal in the mixed 25m pistol P3-SH1 event. In archery, the Chinese pair defeated the Czech pair in the final to win the mixed team W1 event gold medal.
Domestic News Briefs
China's warehouse index returned to the expansion range in August. The reporter learned from the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing that China's warehouse index in August was 50.2%, up 3.7 percentage points from the previous month, returning to the expansion range. Major sub-indices such as ending inventory and average inventory turnover all rebounded, indicating that warehousing business activities are becoming more active, commodity turnover efficiency is accelerating, enterprises' stocking enthusiasm is increasing, and inventory has stopped falling and stabilized. China has dispatched 25,000 medical personnel to 48 African countries. The reporter learned from the National Health Commission that as of the end of 2023, China had cumulatively dispatched 25,000 medical personnel to 48 African countries, treating 230 million patients. Currently, there are 44 Chinese medical teams working at 94 work points in Africa. China has established paired cooperation with 46 hospitals in 41 African countries and regions, jointly establishing 25 specialized cooperation centers, filling thousands of technical gaps. China adds four more World Heritage Irrigation Structures. The 2024 World Heritage Irrigation Structures list was announced today (September 3). China's Turpan Karez in Xinjiang, the ancient weirs of Huizhou and Wuyuan Sheweirs jointly applied for as China's Ancient Weirs, Fengyan Terraced Fields in Hanyin, Shaanxi, and Jufeng Weir in Xiushan, Chongqing, were successfully inscribed. This brings China's total number of World Heritage Irrigation Structures to 38. Three Chinese sites selected for the second batch of World Heritage Geological Sites. At the 37th International Geological Congress, three geological heritage sites in China were selected for the second batch of the International Union of Geological Sciences' 100 Geological Heritage Sites list. They are the Wuda Permian Vegetation Fossil Site in Inner Mongolia, the Dashanpu Dinosaur Fossil Group Site in Zigong, Sichuan, and the Guilin Karst in Guangxi. Currently, China has 10 geological heritage sites included in this list. Artificial Intelligence Capacity Building Workshop opened today. Today (September 3), the Artificial Intelligence Capacity Building Workshop jointly hosted by China and the United Nations opened in Shanghai. UN Secretary-General António Guterres attended the opening ceremony. The workshop will last for 4 days, with representatives from nearly 40 countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, and other regions participating, gaining an in-depth understanding of AI technology development trends through interactive exchanges. 2024 World Power Battery Conference concluded. The 2024 World Power Battery Conference concluded yesterday (September 2) in Yibin, Sichuan. During the conference, 256 enterprises and institutions from around the world exhibited a series of innovative products and technological achievements. The conference signed 137 projects with a total contract value exceeding 95 billion yuan. Documentary "Neighbors Across Mountains and Seas" aired on CCTV-4 Chinese International Channel. On the occasion of the upcoming 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit, the three-episode documentary "Neighbors Across Mountains and Seas" was aired on CCTV-4 Chinese International Channel from September 2 to 4. The documentary presents a panoramic view of the cooperation achievements between China and Africa in science and technology, economy, and cultural exchanges, vividly recording stories of mutually beneficial cooperation, people-to-people bonds, and cultural exchanges between China and Africa.
Israeli-Palestinian Ceasefire Talks Stalled, Israelis Rally Again Calling for Truce
Palestinian media reported on September 2 that the Israeli military continued its operations in the Gaza Strip over the past day, resulting in at least 48 Palestinians killed and 70 injured. In the West Bank, the death toll from six consecutive days of Israeli operations rose to 29. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on September 2 that Israel must control the "Philadelphi Corridor" in the Gaza Strip. Hamas on September 2 accused Netanyahu of obstructing a deal. On the evening of September 2, a large number of Israelis gathered outside Netanyahu's residence, demanding a quick ceasefire agreement and the release of hostages.
Russia Claims Cluster Strikes on Ukrainian Energy Facilities, Ukraine Says Frontline Situation Remains Grave
Russia's Ministry of Defense announced on September 2 that from late night on September 1 to early morning on September 2, the Russian military conducted a series of strikes against Ukrainian energy and defense industry complex facilities, drone assembly and storage sites, and temporary deployment points for Ukrainian troops and foreign mercenaries. Ukraine stated on the same day that Russia intensified its attacks on Ukrainian army positions, and the front-line situation remained severe, but Ukrainian forces repelled multiple Russian attacks in the Pokrovsk region. Russia claims Ukraine failed to achieve its objectives in Kursk, while Ukraine claims it is proceeding as planned. In the Kursk region of Russia, the Russian Ministry of Defense stated on September 2 that the Russian military thwarted Ukrainian attempts to attack several settlements. Russian President Putin said on the same day that Ukraine launched provocations in the Kursk region in an attempt to stop Russia's offensive in the Donbas region, but failed. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on September 2 that Ukrainian military operations in the Kursk region were proceeding as planned.